Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, making Edinburgh five hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MSP to EDI flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. These are the top stopovers between MSP and EDI:
Keflavik International Airport
Dublin Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is $280. A return fare is currently $658. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MSP to EDI, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MSP to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of the departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport from central Minneapolis, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MSP:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're landing on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near EDI:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Edinburgh and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the center of Edinburgh has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
It'll take around 40 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MSP to EDI around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometers away to the south, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're ready to explore another side of United Kingdom, head for Glasgow, roughly 64 kilometers west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key reasons to visit.
